Surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis

 Surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis

Surgical Treatments for Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis affects millions of individuals all over the world and is a significant public health burden in the Indian subcontinent too. Various studies show that over 22-39% of the Indian population suffers from osteoarthritis of differing severities and that it is the most common joint related condition that older folk face….

Bone Fractures: Common Symptoms, Treatment Methods, and Potential Risks

Bone Fractures: Common Symptoms, Treatment Methods, and Potential Risks

Bone Fractures: Common Symptoms, Treatment Methods, and Potential Risks The term ‘fracture’ means a break in a structure- so when we talk about bone fractures, it is pretty self-explanatory. Bones are incredibly strong tissue that provide great structural integrity to the body but they are NOT indestructible. They need to be taken care of properly…

Spinal Fractures: Causes, Types, Symptoms & Effective Treatments

Spinal Fractures: Causes, Types, Symptoms & Effective Treatments

Spinal Fractures: Causes, Types, Symptoms & Effective Treatments  The human spine is a well constructed network of 33 bones called the vertebrae, which are further classified into 5 distinct kinds- the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal vertebrae respectively. The last two types get fused together as one grows older. The spine forms the backbone…

Comprehensive Guide to Wrist Surgery: Types, Procedures, and Recovery

Comprehensive Guide to Wrist Surgery: Types, Procedures, and Recovery

Comprehensive Guide to Wrist Surgery: Types, Procedures, and Recovery The wrist is one area of the body that is almost always constantly in motion- it helps you type, write, paint, chop stuff, prepare food and what not. Every time you use your hand for something, the wrist is involved in some or the other form-…

Does Health Insurance In India Cover Orthopaedic Surgery

Does Health Insurance In India Cover Orthopaedic Surgery

Does Health Insurance In India Cover Orthopaedic Surgery? Orthopaedic surgery is recommended when individuals have issues with their bones, joints and the musculoskeletal system in general. The person may be old or young and the reason for getting the surgery may be different, but the general idea is that if they have the right kind…

Knee Joint Instability Explained: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Risks & Recovery Options

Knee Joint Instability Explained: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Risks & Recovery Options

Knee Joint Instability Explained: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Risks & Recovery The knee is an all-rounder joint which masterfully helps you walk, sit, run, jump and go about your life without any issues. It carries all your weight too, so it is super strong. It has many working parts, which means if there is some problem…

Stronger Bones, Stronger Women: Orthopedic Health Tips for International Women’s Health Day

Stronger Bones, Stronger Women: Orthopedic Health Tips for International Women’s Health Day

International Women’s Health Day is a reminder that women’s health goes beyond reproductive and hormonal concerns—it includes bone and joint health too. As women age, their risk of osteoporosis, fractures, and arthritis increases, making it essential to focus on orthopedic wellness. At Sunshine Bone and Joint Institute (SBJI), we believe that stronger bones lead to…